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Ingredients 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined2 garlic cloves, slicedDash blackened seasoning6 ounces uncooked whole wheat linguine4 teaspoons cornstarch1/3 cup water1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth2 teaspoons honey1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 celery rib, sliced1 medium carrot, chopped1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 cup fresh broccoli florets2 tablespoons chopped cashews1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained...

Ingredients 1/2 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, coarsely chopped1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons mayonnaise4-1/2 teaspoons capers, drained1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 medium ripe avocados, halved and pitted Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Spoon into avocado halves. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked pasta (about 8 ounces), such as elbow macaroni, cavatappi or shells 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3/4 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubedOptional toppings: Fresh arugula, halved cherry tomatoes and coarsely ground pepper Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten4 cups whole milk1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1/4 cup butter, melted1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 package (16 ounces) small pasta shells1 cup shredded provolone cheese1 cup shredded Manchego or Monterey Jack cheese1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. Stir in pasta and cheeses; transfer to a 4- or 5-qt....

Ingredients 1 cup coconut milk2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter1 tablespoon fish sauce2 teaspoons curry powder2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons water Preparation In a bowl, whisk together the first 9 ingredients; stir in tomatoes. Place sweet potatoes in a 5- or 6-qt....

Ingredients 8 cups all-purpose flour4 cups sugar1 tablespoon baking soda1 tablespoon saltADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR BANANA SNACK CAKE:1 egg1/3 cup milk1/3 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup mashed ripe banana1 cup chopped walnutsADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR APPLESAUCE SNACK CAKE:1 egg3/4 cup applesauce1/4 cup vegetable oil1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground cloves1 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months....

Ingredients 4 cups water1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups chopped green peppers1 large onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1 bay leaf4 cups cooked brown rice2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained3 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce1 package (16 ounces) frozen sliced okra Preparation In a large Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients....

Ingredients 3 cups vegetable broth1 large onion, chopped1 can (10 ounces) mild diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained1 cup mild salsa1 cup dried lentils, rinsed1 cup frozen corn1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 package (16 ounces) firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/4-inch cubes1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives3 green onions, sliced...

Ingredients 1 carton (32 ounces) plus 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 large onion, chopped1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper3 cups frozen corn, thawedCrushed tortilla chips and reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend...

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon each ground cardamom, coriander, cinnamon and cloves1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup slivered almonds Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, spices and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half....

Ingredients 6 oz. surimi (imitation crab) 3 tbsp. mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie) 2 tbsp. sriracha 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne (optional) 4 toasted nori sheets 3 c. sushi rice, divided 1 Persian cucumber, peeled and julienned, divided 1 bunch of chives, divided Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish Preparation Step 1Pull surimi into long, thin strands and transfer to a medium bowl. Add mayonnaise, sriracha, and cayenne, if using, and mix well to combine....

Ingredients 4 slices white bread, torn into pieces4 breakfast turkey sausage links, casings removed, crumbled1/3 cup chopped onion1 cup fat-free milk3/4 cup egg substitute1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese1/4 cup salsa Preparation Place bread in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside. In a small nonstick skillet, cook the sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Spoon over bread....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth3 tablespoons sugar3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cornstarch3 tablespoons water Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, wine, sugar and garlic; pour over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5-7 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°....

Ingredients 1 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2 c. all-purpose flour pinch of salt 3/4 c. granulated sugar 3 c. milk 4 egg yolks 1/4 c. cornstarch 1 c. sweetened flaked coconut 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tbsp. butter 12 Samoas 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 lb. bittersweet chocolate 1 c. sugar 1/4 c. water 1/4 c. heavy cream 1 tbsp....

Ingredients 6 eggs 1/4 c. milk 2 Morningstar Farms® Veggie Sausage Patties (cut into 1/4- to 1/2 -inch pieces) 1 c. julienne-cut red bell pepper, green bell pepper, or combination 4 tsp. vegetable oil 1/2 c. canned black beans 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, or Cheddar cheese (2 ounces) Sliced avocado (optional) Lime wedges (optional) Sour cream (optional) salsa (optional) sliced green onions (optional) Preparation Step 1In medium bowl beat together eggs and milk....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 medium onion, chopped1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained1 package (48 ounces) frozen bread dough dinner rolls, thawedMelted butter Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add sauerkraut. Cool for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, flatten each piece of dough. Top each with a heaping tablespoonful of beef mixture. Fold dough over filling to meet in center; pinch edges to seal....

Ingredients 2 cups cooked brown rice2 cups torn romaine1-1/2 cups orange segments1 cup halved cherry tomatoes1/2 cup sliced red onion3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3/4 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Preparation In a large bowl, combine the rice, romaine, oranges, tomatoes and onion. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the orange juice concentrate, vinegar, oil, tarragon, garlic powder, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. yellow stone-ground cornmeal 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. sugar 1 tbsp. baking powder 2 tsp. chopped rosemary leaves 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. buttermilk 2 tbsp. buttermilk 2 large eggs 8 small plump dried Black Mission figs 1/2 c. crumbled French feta cheese 3 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Heat a 9- or 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 4 7-ounce sea bass or red snapper fillets with skin One 1 1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger 1 serrano chile 1 small garlic clove Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime Salt and freshly ground pepper 4 tbsp. unsalted butter Chopped cilantro leaves and sliced scallion Preparation Step 1With a knife, make 4 shallow slashes in the skin of each fish fillet and place them in a large glass or ceramic pie plate, skin side up....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained3 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles1 can (11-1/2 ounces) V8 juice2 envelopes ranch salad dressing mix2 envelopes taco seasoningOptional: Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and corn chips...